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This Sunday at 8:00 Pm on BBC One, “Call the Midwife” takes viewers back to July 1969 in its thirteenth season, episode four. The episode titled “Apollo 11 Moon Landing” captures the contagious excitement that permeated the era as the world eagerly awaited the historic moment of Apollo 11’s lunar landing.
In this installment, the Nonnatus House becomes a focal point for the community’s shared anticipation, with a public gathering to witness the momentous occasion on the television set. The episode promises to blend the heartfelt narratives that “Call the Midwife” is known for with the giddy nervousness surrounding the global event.
Tune in at 8:00 Pm for an evening of nostalgia, community spirit, and the unique charm of “Call the Midwife” on BBC One. As the characters immerse themselves in the wonders of the Apollo 11 moon landing, viewers can expect a poignant exploration of the personal and communal significance of this historic milestone.
In this installment, the Nonnatus House becomes a focal point for the community’s shared anticipation, with a public gathering to witness the momentous occasion on the television set. The episode promises to blend the heartfelt narratives that “Call the Midwife” is known for with the giddy nervousness surrounding the global event.
Tune in at 8:00 Pm for an evening of nostalgia, community spirit, and the unique charm of “Call the Midwife” on BBC One. As the characters immerse themselves in the wonders of the Apollo 11 moon landing, viewers can expect a poignant exploration of the personal and communal significance of this historic milestone.
- 1/22/2024
- by Posts UK
- TV Everyday
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This Christmas, transport yourself to the heart of London’s East End with the highly anticipated Season 13 Christmas Special of “Call the Midwife.” Airing at 8:15 Pm on Monday, December 25, 2023, on BBC One, this beloved series, based on the memoirs of Jennifer Worth, offers an enchanting peek into the vibrant world of midwifery and family life during the 1950s and 1960s.
The Christmas Special promises to be a festive treat as it weaves together the touching narratives of midwives and families in a bygone era. With Jennifer Worth’s memoirs as the backdrop, viewers can expect heartwarming moments, emotional twists, and a celebration of the resilience of the human spirit during the holiday season.
Join BBC One at 8:15 Pm for a nostalgic journey into the colourful and compassionate world of midwifery with the Season 13 Christmas Special of “Call the Midwife.” It’s an evening that captures the essence of...
The Christmas Special promises to be a festive treat as it weaves together the touching narratives of midwives and families in a bygone era. With Jennifer Worth’s memoirs as the backdrop, viewers can expect heartwarming moments, emotional twists, and a celebration of the resilience of the human spirit during the holiday season.
Join BBC One at 8:15 Pm for a nostalgic journey into the colourful and compassionate world of midwifery with the Season 13 Christmas Special of “Call the Midwife.” It’s an evening that captures the essence of...
- 12/19/2023
- by Posts UK
- TV Everyday
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Netflix typically refuses to release its actual viewership numbers to the public, making its weekly top-10 lists a fascinating peek into how streaming services actually operate. Netflix may pour millions into their original programs, but their ten most popular films or TV tend to (at least partly) be 25-year-old movies experiencing a seemingly random renaissance. Case in point: one of the hottest films on Netflix right now is Danny DeVito's 1996 family film "Matilda" based on the 1988 novel by Roald Dahl.
"Matilda," critically acclaimed upon its release, is about the titular young girl (Mara Wilson) who lives with caustic, greedy, tacky, and abusive parents. Her new school is a bleak, Dickensian nightmare overseen by the bestial, cruel Mrs. Trunchbull (Pam Ferris). The only person who treats Matilda with kindness is the put-upon Miss Honey (Embeth Davidtz) who sees how bright and gentle Matilda is.
Matilda sees little respite from her...
"Matilda," critically acclaimed upon its release, is about the titular young girl (Mara Wilson) who lives with caustic, greedy, tacky, and abusive parents. Her new school is a bleak, Dickensian nightmare overseen by the bestial, cruel Mrs. Trunchbull (Pam Ferris). The only person who treats Matilda with kindness is the put-upon Miss Honey (Embeth Davidtz) who sees how bright and gentle Matilda is.
Matilda sees little respite from her...
- 9/16/2023
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
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Why do we find murder mysteries so uniquely relaxing? This is one of the age-old questions about human nature, up there with ‘what is consciousness?’ and ‘why do we keep eating mouldy cheese and fish eggs like it’s a good thing?’ Because, despite the grief and blood and mountains of paperwork that a gruesome murder causes, we simply can’t get enough of curling up on the sofa with a mug of tea and a cosy crime drama to keep us blissfully entertained all the way through to bedtime.
This isn’t a new thing, either: while modern series like Death in Paradise and Shakespeare and Hathaway are the current champions of cosy crime TV, back in the eighties and nineties classics like Murder She Wrote and Hetty Wainthropp Investigates taught us how it’s done. So whether you’re after the latest in the cosy crime genre or some more nostalgic viewing,...
This isn’t a new thing, either: while modern series like Death in Paradise and Shakespeare and Hathaway are the current champions of cosy crime TV, back in the eighties and nineties classics like Murder She Wrote and Hetty Wainthropp Investigates taught us how it’s done. So whether you’re after the latest in the cosy crime genre or some more nostalgic viewing,...
- 7/29/2023
- by Lauravickersgreen
- Den of Geek
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This post contains spoilers for "Children of Men."
One of the greatest movie scenes of the 21st century comes early in the dystopian sci-fi masterpiece "Children of Men," as five characters pile into a car for what initially seems like a blissful ride. Though the near future they inhabit is beset by human infertility, all is going well as our protagonist, Theo (Clive Owen), wakes from a backseat nap and begins playing a game with the mother of his late child, Julian (Julianne Moore). She turns from the passenger's seat, and they blow a ping pong ball back and forth, laughing right up until the moment when a flaming car comes rolling downhill ahead of them, followed by a band of marauders, the Zeds.
What follows next is the kind of movie scene the phrase "tour de force" was invented for. As they took to the road in a modified Fiat Multipla,...
One of the greatest movie scenes of the 21st century comes early in the dystopian sci-fi masterpiece "Children of Men," as five characters pile into a car for what initially seems like a blissful ride. Though the near future they inhabit is beset by human infertility, all is going well as our protagonist, Theo (Clive Owen), wakes from a backseat nap and begins playing a game with the mother of his late child, Julian (Julianne Moore). She turns from the passenger's seat, and they blow a ping pong ball back and forth, laughing right up until the moment when a flaming car comes rolling downhill ahead of them, followed by a band of marauders, the Zeds.
What follows next is the kind of movie scene the phrase "tour de force" was invented for. As they took to the road in a modified Fiat Multipla,...
- 3/18/2023
- by Joshua Meyer
- Slash Film
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The magical world of Hogwarts, created by J. K. Rowling, has captivated and inspired millions of people around the globe since the Harry Potter franchise began. The series follows young wizard Harry and his amazing magical adventures as he learns to use spells, concoct potions, test his skills in magic duels, and play Quidditch with his magical friends.
Through his journey, we see him encounter outlandish magical creatures that aren’t found in our muggle world – dragon’s smoke-phoenixes, werewolves, and a host of other magical beasts are all part of this fantastic fantasy story that has won over fans since its start.
Since the iconic debut of this franchise in 2001, magical adventures have become a staple in the film world. This franchise quickly became one of the most beloved adventure series of our time, turning Harry Potter into a global icon with a massive and loyal fan base that remains today.
Through his journey, we see him encounter outlandish magical creatures that aren’t found in our muggle world – dragon’s smoke-phoenixes, werewolves, and a host of other magical beasts are all part of this fantastic fantasy story that has won over fans since its start.
Since the iconic debut of this franchise in 2001, magical adventures have become a staple in the film world. This franchise quickly became one of the most beloved adventure series of our time, turning Harry Potter into a global icon with a massive and loyal fan base that remains today.
- 2/24/2023
- by Israr Ahmed
- buddytv.com
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HBO Max has cooked up a slate of several classic films as well as a few newer ones arriving this January. “The Menu” (2022) arrived early in the month after releasing theatrically in November before Thanksgiving. Danny DeVito’s “Matilda” (1996) can contend with Netflix’s new movie musical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s book. And while Tom Hanks’ latest role “A Man Called Otto” has hit the box office, several of his films have landed at various streamers if you’re hankering for more after the tear-jearking feature film.
Hitting the sweet spot for dog movie lovers is “Marley and Me,” starring Owen Wilson and Jennifer Aniston, and the animated wonder “The Book of Life” is also newly added.
Here are some of the best new movies to stream on HBO Max in January 2023.
“Matilda” (1996) (Sony Pictures)
The 1996 version of Roald Dahl’s classic book arrived on HBO’s streaming service...
Hitting the sweet spot for dog movie lovers is “Marley and Me,” starring Owen Wilson and Jennifer Aniston, and the animated wonder “The Book of Life” is also newly added.
Here are some of the best new movies to stream on HBO Max in January 2023.
“Matilda” (1996) (Sony Pictures)
The 1996 version of Roald Dahl’s classic book arrived on HBO’s streaming service...
- 1/22/2023
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
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Plot: Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical is an inspirational musical tale of an extraordinary girl who discovers her superpower and summons the remarkable courage, against all odds, to help others change their stories, whilst also taking charge of her own destiny. Standing up for what’s right, she’s met with miraculous results.
Review: Roald Dahl’s novels have long made for wonderful cinematic adaptations from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory to James and the Giant Peach, The Fantastic Mr. Fox, The Witches, and The Bfg. While Danny DeVito’s 1996 adaptation has remained a cult and nostalgiac favorite for many, the 2011 stage musical brought a more faithful and expansive take on Dahl’s beloved novel about a little girl with big brains and bigger superpowers. In the decade since it hit the stage, an adaptation of Matilda The Musical has been in the works and now has debuted...
Review: Roald Dahl’s novels have long made for wonderful cinematic adaptations from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory to James and the Giant Peach, The Fantastic Mr. Fox, The Witches, and The Bfg. While Danny DeVito’s 1996 adaptation has remained a cult and nostalgiac favorite for many, the 2011 stage musical brought a more faithful and expansive take on Dahl’s beloved novel about a little girl with big brains and bigger superpowers. In the decade since it hit the stage, an adaptation of Matilda The Musical has been in the works and now has debuted...
- 12/29/2022
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
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By many accounts, Roald Dahl wasn't a very nice person, and it wasn't until I re-read his books for my kids that I realized that his writing had such a mean streak, too. He certainly didn't sugarcoat the world for his younger readers and his magical adventures were filled with neglected kids, bullies of all shapes and sizes, nasty grown-ups, macabre humor, and strange comeuppances. His somewhat bleak view of adulthood was matched by Quentin Blake's scribbly illustrations which highlighted the grotesqueries of his caricatures, such as Aunt Spiker's sharp frame in "James and the Giant Peach," or the general grossness of "The Twits."
Of course, kids have pretty horrible imaginations as well, so it's no wonder Dahl's novels have been cherished favorites for decades. One of his most popular novels, "Matilda," was also one of his last, published just two years before he passed away in 1990. It features...
Of course, kids have pretty horrible imaginations as well, so it's no wonder Dahl's novels have been cherished favorites for decades. One of his most popular novels, "Matilda," was also one of his last, published just two years before he passed away in 1990. It features...
- 12/23/2022
- by Lee Adams
- Slash Film
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The children are revolting! Roald Dahl's beloved children's book "Matilda" is getting a new movie adaptation, this time based on the stage musical by Dennis Kelly and Tim Minchin. Directed by Matthew Warchus (who also directed the stage play), "Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical" is coming to Netflix in December, and the streaming service has just released a new trailer.
The film stars Alisha Weir as Matilda Wormwood, a little girl gifted with a genius mind but cursed with truly horrible parents. After living a lonely early life with only books for company, Matilda is sent to Crunchem Hall, a school ruled over by the fiercely authoritarian Miss Trunchbull (Emma Thompson), who despises children and uses her position of power to torture them. The one bright spot at Crunchem is Matilda's teacher, Miss Honey (Lashana Lynch), who does her best to create a oasis of fun and learning for the kids in her class.
The film stars Alisha Weir as Matilda Wormwood, a little girl gifted with a genius mind but cursed with truly horrible parents. After living a lonely early life with only books for company, Matilda is sent to Crunchem Hall, a school ruled over by the fiercely authoritarian Miss Trunchbull (Emma Thompson), who despises children and uses her position of power to torture them. The one bright spot at Crunchem is Matilda's teacher, Miss Honey (Lashana Lynch), who does her best to create a oasis of fun and learning for the kids in her class.
- 10/13/2022
- by Hannah Shaw-Williams
- Slash Film
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Roald Dahl's book-loving, super-powered young heroine Matilda Wormwood is heading back to the big screen. The author's beloved 1988 kids novel "Matilda" was previously adapted into director Danny DeVito's darkly-comical 1996 family movie of the same name, with Mara Wilson starring as Matilda opposite Pam Ferris as Agatha Trunchbull, the tyrannical principal of Crunchem Hall who delights in torturing her students by throwing them like Olympic hammers and subjecting them to twisted, abusive forms of discipline. DeVito and Rhea Perlman also star as Matilda's neglectful, immoral parents, with Embeth Davidtz playing the embodiment of all that is good in Matilda's caring...
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- 6/15/2022
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
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Formula 1 Finale Goes Terrestrial
Sky has inked a deal with Channel 4 for Sky Sports’ live coverage of the Formula 1 season finale to also air on the free to air channel this Sunday. Lewis Hamilton stands on the brink of history – victory in Abu Dhabi would clinch an unprecedented eighth world title. The Brit is currently on equal points with adversary Max Verstappen. Sky is billing the race as ‘Lewis v Max: Decider in the Desert’. Earlier this year Channel 4 struck a lucrative deal with Amazon to share the streamer’s coverage of the US Open featuring Brit Emma Raducanu and the broadcaster also secured the Cricket World Cup final from Sky. The F1 deal is likely to be a similarly costly pact. Stephen van Rooyen, EVP & CEO UK & Europe Sky said: “Sunday’s Grand Prix is one of the biggest sporting events in the last decade, and could...
Sky has inked a deal with Channel 4 for Sky Sports’ live coverage of the Formula 1 season finale to also air on the free to air channel this Sunday. Lewis Hamilton stands on the brink of history – victory in Abu Dhabi would clinch an unprecedented eighth world title. The Brit is currently on equal points with adversary Max Verstappen. Sky is billing the race as ‘Lewis v Max: Decider in the Desert’. Earlier this year Channel 4 struck a lucrative deal with Amazon to share the streamer’s coverage of the US Open featuring Brit Emma Raducanu and the broadcaster also secured the Cricket World Cup final from Sky. The F1 deal is likely to be a similarly costly pact. Stephen van Rooyen, EVP & CEO UK & Europe Sky said: “Sunday’s Grand Prix is one of the biggest sporting events in the last decade, and could...
- 12/9/2021
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
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Actress Jenny Agutter, best known as Sister Julienne on PBS’ beloved drama Call the Midwife, reverently declares that the series “depends on human interaction more than most.”
That said, Agutter adds that when she sees pregnant women in real life, she gets as far away from them as possible so they don’t mistake her for the baby-delivering nun she plays on television. Linda Bassett, who costars as Nurse Phyllis, agrees and says she will continue to leave such duties to the experts.
More from TVLineCall the Midwife Finale Recap: Nancy's Fate Is Decided (and Sister Monica Joan Plays a...
That said, Agutter adds that when she sees pregnant women in real life, she gets as far away from them as possible so they don’t mistake her for the baby-delivering nun she plays on television. Linda Bassett, who costars as Nurse Phyllis, agrees and says she will continue to leave such duties to the experts.
More from TVLineCall the Midwife Finale Recap: Nancy's Fate Is Decided (and Sister Monica Joan Plays a...
- 11/20/2021
- by Mekeisha Madden Toby
- TVLine.com
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Seconds earlier, she was wistfully glancing out of the window at a string of neighboring flats. Seconds before that, she was teetering into her cramped East End home in full dress after an uncomfortable outing to her sister’s in Chigwell. Now she’s pouring four cups of tea for her husband, two sons, and herself. And soon it will be revealed that everything in the flat is secretly broken. Thatcherism is in full swing. Meantime was Mike Leigh’s first foray into film after a decade of cutting his teeth in television. His career roots manifest themselves as a piano-sax theme akin to soaps and a generally unlikeable host of aimless characters. The film is a deliberate blend of both mediums, but the sense of disconnect between the two is well spent here. The camera pans across the kitchen slowly, revealing half-empty condiment bottles beside biscuits and pots. It lingers,...
- 7/18/2021
- MUBI
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The under-appreciated Stephen Graham and Andrea Riseborough have joined the cast of the upcoming remake of Roald Dahl’s classic children’s story ‘Matilda’ for Netflix and Tristar.
Graham and Riseborough will take on the roles of Matilda’s parents, Mr and Mrs Wormwood, comedian Sindhu Vee also joins the cast in the role of Mrs. Phelps the librarian. All three join the previously announced Alisha Weir who takes on the role of Matilda, Emma Thompson as cruel headmistress Miss Trunchbull, and Lashana Lynch as the kindly Miss Honey.
The musical adaptation centres on a young genius girl named Matilda Wormwood, who develops psychokinetic abilities and uses them to deal with her disreputable family and Agatha Trunchbull, the ruthless, oppressive and tyrannical principal of Crunchem Hall Elementary School.
Matthew Warchus will direct the film from a script by Dennis Kelly.
Also in news – Joel Edgerton, Kumail Nanjiani & more join ‘Obi-Wan...
Graham and Riseborough will take on the roles of Matilda’s parents, Mr and Mrs Wormwood, comedian Sindhu Vee also joins the cast in the role of Mrs. Phelps the librarian. All three join the previously announced Alisha Weir who takes on the role of Matilda, Emma Thompson as cruel headmistress Miss Trunchbull, and Lashana Lynch as the kindly Miss Honey.
The musical adaptation centres on a young genius girl named Matilda Wormwood, who develops psychokinetic abilities and uses them to deal with her disreputable family and Agatha Trunchbull, the ruthless, oppressive and tyrannical principal of Crunchem Hall Elementary School.
Matthew Warchus will direct the film from a script by Dennis Kelly.
Also in news – Joel Edgerton, Kumail Nanjiani & more join ‘Obi-Wan...
- 4/1/2021
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
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Lenny Henry, the British comedian, actor and diversity campaigner, is collaborating with A Very English Scandal scribe Russell T Davies on a deeply personal ITV drama series inspired by his mother’s move from Jamaica to the UK in the 1950s.
Henry’s Douglas Road Productions and Tiger Aspect — both part of the Banijay group — will make Three Little Birds for ITV, with Davies consulting on the script and serving as an executive producer.
The six-part series will narrate a Windrush-era story of two sisters, Leah and Chantrelle, and their Bible-loving acquaintance, Hosanna, as they leave the Caribbean to embark on a new life in Britain.
On arriving in Notting Hill, they quickly realize that London is not for them and flee to the Midlands, overcoming racism and integration issues to make a new home for themselves.
ITV drama head Polly Hill said Henry’s scripts are funny, moving and life-affirming,...
Henry’s Douglas Road Productions and Tiger Aspect — both part of the Banijay group — will make Three Little Birds for ITV, with Davies consulting on the script and serving as an executive producer.
The six-part series will narrate a Windrush-era story of two sisters, Leah and Chantrelle, and their Bible-loving acquaintance, Hosanna, as they leave the Caribbean to embark on a new life in Britain.
On arriving in Notting Hill, they quickly realize that London is not for them and flee to the Midlands, overcoming racism and integration issues to make a new home for themselves.
ITV drama head Polly Hill said Henry’s scripts are funny, moving and life-affirming,...
- 12/10/2020
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
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Ralph Fiennes is attached to the latest feature film adaptation of Roald Dahl’s novel ‘Matilda’.
Fiennes will play the role of the abusive headmistress Miss Trunchbull.
The story centres on a young genius girl named Matilda Wormwood, who develops psychokinetic abilities and uses them to deal with her disreputable family and Agatha Trunchbull, the ruthless, oppressive and tyrannical principal of Crunchem Hall Elementary School.
Matthew Warchus will direct the film from a script by Dennis Kelly.
Also in news – Sylvester Stallone confirms ‘Demolition Man 2’ is in development
‘Matilda’ previously hit the big screen back in 1996. The family comedy fantasy was co-produced and directed by Danny DeVito from a screenplay written by Nicholas Kazan and Robin Swicord. The film starred Mara Wilson as the title character with DeVito, Rhea Perlman, Embeth Davidtz, and Pam Ferris in supporting roles. Even though it bombed at the box office at the time, the...
Fiennes will play the role of the abusive headmistress Miss Trunchbull.
The story centres on a young genius girl named Matilda Wormwood, who develops psychokinetic abilities and uses them to deal with her disreputable family and Agatha Trunchbull, the ruthless, oppressive and tyrannical principal of Crunchem Hall Elementary School.
Matthew Warchus will direct the film from a script by Dennis Kelly.
Also in news – Sylvester Stallone confirms ‘Demolition Man 2’ is in development
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- 5/5/2020
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Stars: Nicolas Hoult, Lily Collins, Colm Meaney, Craig Roberts, Harry Gilby, Laura Donnelly, Nia Gwynne, Pam Ferris | Written by David Gleeson, Stephen Beresford | Directed by Dome Karukoski
Tolkien, directed by Dome Karukoski, stars Nicolas Hoult as the titular character J.R.R. Tolkien. From his orphan beginnings through his rise in literature societies Britain and eventually the breadcrumb origins of his famed middle earth magnum opus The Lord of the Rings, he would eventually write. Tolkien, unfortunately, is a much-misaligned biopic that’s an ultra-conventional bore.
The performances no doubt intrigue with Hoult impressing but the actor along with Collins, both have nothing to do with such flat and generic material. Hoult showcases some terrific talent here. Especially in the latter half of the film. His emotional range is strong and as an actor, Hoult is still continuing to progressively hone his craft, and here is no different. He still struggles to...
Tolkien, directed by Dome Karukoski, stars Nicolas Hoult as the titular character J.R.R. Tolkien. From his orphan beginnings through his rise in literature societies Britain and eventually the breadcrumb origins of his famed middle earth magnum opus The Lord of the Rings, he would eventually write. Tolkien, unfortunately, is a much-misaligned biopic that’s an ultra-conventional bore.
The performances no doubt intrigue with Hoult impressing but the actor along with Collins, both have nothing to do with such flat and generic material. Hoult showcases some terrific talent here. Especially in the latter half of the film. His emotional range is strong and as an actor, Hoult is still continuing to progressively hone his craft, and here is no different. He still struggles to...
- 6/14/2019
- by Jak-Luke Sharp
- Nerdly
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Episodes: Ongoing (hour).
Seasons: Ongoing.
TV show dates: October 17, 2010 — present.
Series status: Has not been cancelled.
Performers include: Idris Elba, Ruth Wilson, Dermot Crowley, Michael Smiley, Steven Mackintosh, Indira Varma, Paul McGann, Saskia Reeves, Warren Brown, Nikki Amuka-Bird, Aimee-Ffion Edwards, Kierston Wareing, Pam Ferris, David Dawson, Alan Williams, Sienna Guillory, David O'Hara, Rose Leslie, Laura Haddock, Darren Boyd, John Heffernan, and Patrick Malahide.
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Set in contemporary London, the Luther TV show is a British police drama. The series follows Detective Chief Inspector (Dci) John Luther (Idris Elba). First working for the Serious Crime Unit, and later the new Serious and Serial Crime Unit, Luther is intelligent, resourceful, and dedicated to the point of obsession.
Luther's...
Episodes: Ongoing (hour).
Seasons: Ongoing.
TV show dates: October 17, 2010 — present.
Series status: Has not been cancelled.
Performers include: Idris Elba, Ruth Wilson, Dermot Crowley, Michael Smiley, Steven Mackintosh, Indira Varma, Paul McGann, Saskia Reeves, Warren Brown, Nikki Amuka-Bird, Aimee-Ffion Edwards, Kierston Wareing, Pam Ferris, David Dawson, Alan Williams, Sienna Guillory, David O'Hara, Rose Leslie, Laura Haddock, Darren Boyd, John Heffernan, and Patrick Malahide.
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Set in contemporary London, the Luther TV show is a British police drama. The series follows Detective Chief Inspector (Dci) John Luther (Idris Elba). First working for the Serious Crime Unit, and later the new Serious and Serial Crime Unit, Luther is intelligent, resourceful, and dedicated to the point of obsession.
Luther's...
- 6/2/2019
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Nicholas Hoult and Lily Collins in the film Tolkien. Photo Courtesy of Fox Searchlight Pictures. © 2019 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation All Rights Reserved
One thing you learn early on in Tolkien is that it is pronounced “Tol-keen,” contrary to the way many fans have been saying it. That is one of many facts you learn in the J.R.R. Tolkien biopic Tolkien, which covers the early life of the “Lord of the Rings” author. It was not an easy life, as the young Tolkien, played by Nicholas Hoult, endured personal tragedies and hardships, but it was also a time of deep friendship, challenges, growth, and even young love, capped by the singular horrors of World War I, experiences which the author later wove into his fantasy tales of hobbits, elves and the fellowship of a ring.
Actually, Tolkien is more an interesting film than the deeply involving one audience might hope it would be.
One thing you learn early on in Tolkien is that it is pronounced “Tol-keen,” contrary to the way many fans have been saying it. That is one of many facts you learn in the J.R.R. Tolkien biopic Tolkien, which covers the early life of the “Lord of the Rings” author. It was not an easy life, as the young Tolkien, played by Nicholas Hoult, endured personal tragedies and hardships, but it was also a time of deep friendship, challenges, growth, and even young love, capped by the singular horrors of World War I, experiences which the author later wove into his fantasy tales of hobbits, elves and the fellowship of a ring.
Actually, Tolkien is more an interesting film than the deeply involving one audience might hope it would be.
- 5/10/2019
- by Cate Marquis
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Tune in to the Tolkien – ‘Facebook Live Q&A’ Moderated by George R.R. Martin, an American novelist and short story writer in the fantasy, horror, and science fiction genres, screenwriter, and television producer. Also live will be Tolkien stars Nicholas Hoult and Lily Collins and Director Dome Karukoski – Tune in Here at May 8th, 9pm Pst (11pm Ct)
Tolkien explores the formative years of the renowned author’s life as he finds friendship, courage and inspiration among a fellow group of writers and artists at school. Their brotherhood strengthens as they grow up and weather love and loss together, including Tolkien’s tumultuous courtship of his beloved Edith Bratt, until the outbreak of the First World War which threatens to tear their fellowship apart. All of these experiences would later inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-earth novels.
Only In Theaters May 10, 2019
The trailer looks terrific
Tolkien stars Nicholas Hoult,...
Tolkien explores the formative years of the renowned author’s life as he finds friendship, courage and inspiration among a fellow group of writers and artists at school. Their brotherhood strengthens as they grow up and weather love and loss together, including Tolkien’s tumultuous courtship of his beloved Edith Bratt, until the outbreak of the First World War which threatens to tear their fellowship apart. All of these experiences would later inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-earth novels.
Only In Theaters May 10, 2019
The trailer looks terrific
Tolkien stars Nicholas Hoult,...
- 5/7/2019
- by Tom Stockman
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Tolkien Fox Searchlight Pictures Reviewed for Shockya.com & BigAppleReviews.net linked from Rotten Tomatoes by: Harvey Karten Director: Dome Karukoski Screenwriter: David Gleeson, Stephen Beresford Cast: Lily Collins, Nicholas Hoult, Patrick Gibson, Pam Ferris, Genevieve O’Reilly, Colm Meaney, Derek Jacobi Screened at: Dolby24, NYC, 4/10/19 Opens: May 10, 2019 The biopic of J.R.R. Tolkien is as […]
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- 5/3/2019
- by Harvey Karten
- ShockYa
Enter here for your chance to win a pair of tickets to “Tolkien: Live from The Montclair Film Festival with Stephen Colbert” on Tuesday, May 7th at the Goodrich Quality 16 in Ann Arbor, an extraordinary event where you will be among the first to see the new feature film Tolkien together with an exclusive live simulcast Q&A sessions with the stars of the film Nicholas Hoult, Lily Collins as well as director Dome Karukoski, moderated by Tolkien super-fan Stephen Colbert.
Ten lucky readers will win admit two tickets to the event. But, if you don’t win tickets, be sure to check out the film in theaters everywhere May 10th. To enter the contest, just look for the “Enter the Contest” box further down on this page. But hurry because the contest ends soon and there are only a limited number of passes available and when they’re gone,...
Ten lucky readers will win admit two tickets to the event. But, if you don’t win tickets, be sure to check out the film in theaters everywhere May 10th. To enter the contest, just look for the “Enter the Contest” box further down on this page. But hurry because the contest ends soon and there are only a limited number of passes available and when they’re gone,...
- 4/30/2019
- by Administrator
- CinemaNerdz
As a fan of J.R.R. Tolkien’s work, I’m looking forward to the upcoming biopic Tolkien, which stars Nicholas Hoult as the famed author of the legendary Middle Earth stories. The movie actually looks like it will be really good!
The movie will explore Tolkien’s early life and follow "the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a fellow group of outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the 'fellowship' apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-Earth novels."
Well, Tolkien’s family has made it very clear that they aren’t on board with the film and the estate released a statement saying, "They do not endorse it or its content in any way.”
A representative for the family also said that none of...
The movie will explore Tolkien’s early life and follow "the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a fellow group of outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the 'fellowship' apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-Earth novels."
Well, Tolkien’s family has made it very clear that they aren’t on board with the film and the estate released a statement saying, "They do not endorse it or its content in any way.”
A representative for the family also said that none of...
- 4/24/2019
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
It seems like a lot of Middle Earth fans are looking forward to seeing the upcoming film Tolkien, which is based on the life of Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit author J.R.R. Tolkien. The film takes a deep dive into the life of the legendary author and the things that happened to him that inspired him to create Middle Earth and tell all of the wonderful stories that fill it.
Today we have a behind-the-scenes featurette for the film for you to watch and it puts a focus on Tolkien’s influence on the lives of Nicholas Hoult and Lily Collins, who star in the film. If you’re a fan of Tolkien, I’m sure you’d be able to relate with what they are saying. The video also features new footage from the film as well.
Hoult takes on the role of Tolkien, and the movie...
Today we have a behind-the-scenes featurette for the film for you to watch and it puts a focus on Tolkien’s influence on the lives of Nicholas Hoult and Lily Collins, who star in the film. If you’re a fan of Tolkien, I’m sure you’d be able to relate with what they are saying. The video also features new footage from the film as well.
Hoult takes on the role of Tolkien, and the movie...
- 4/4/2019
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
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J.R.R. Tolkien finds inspiration for his famous novels in friendship, love and war in the new trailer for the upcoming biopic, Tolkien, set to open May 10th.
The clip opens with the young author (played by Nicholas Hoult) discussing how he invented a whole new language with the woman who would become his wife, Edith Bratt (Lily Collins). “Tell me a story,” Edith says, “in any language you want.”
The clip goes on to tease the numerous events from Tolkien’s life that would ultimately inspire The Lord of the Rings.
The clip opens with the young author (played by Nicholas Hoult) discussing how he invented a whole new language with the woman who would become his wife, Edith Bratt (Lily Collins). “Tell me a story,” Edith says, “in any language you want.”
The clip goes on to tease the numerous events from Tolkien’s life that would ultimately inspire The Lord of the Rings.
- 3/6/2019
- by Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
Fox Searchlight has released a new trailer for their fantastic-looking new film Tolkien, which tells the story of legendary Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit author J.R.R. Tolkien. It dives into his life and the things that happened in it that inspired him to create Middle Earth and the stories that filled it.
Nicholas Hoult takes on the role of Tolkien, and the movie looks like an intense and inspiring journey. As a longtime fan of Tolkien’s work, this is a movie that I’ve very much looking forward to watching. As you’ll see, the movie also offers up some beautiful imagery inspired by his epic fantasy stories, like the dragon Smaug, who you can see above.
The movie will explore Tolkien’s early life and follow "the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a fellow group of outcasts at school.
Nicholas Hoult takes on the role of Tolkien, and the movie looks like an intense and inspiring journey. As a longtime fan of Tolkien’s work, this is a movie that I’ve very much looking forward to watching. As you’ll see, the movie also offers up some beautiful imagery inspired by his epic fantasy stories, like the dragon Smaug, who you can see above.
The movie will explore Tolkien’s early life and follow "the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a fellow group of outcasts at school.
- 3/6/2019
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
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War, dragons, camaraderie and romance – it’s too soon for another Game of Thrones trailer, so it’s gotta be Tolkien. Fox Searchlight released a second trailer for the upcoming biopic today, giving even more clues about the approach the film will take in chronicling both the life and the imagination of the groundbreaking author of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit.
The new trailer begins with a direct-to-camera address from stars Nicholas Hoult and Lily Collins – he plays young John Ronald Reuel Tolkien and she’s Edith Bratt, the woman and muse who’ll become the author’s wife. Two things to note: Hoult, and so Fox Searchlight, intentionally or unintentionally seem to wade into the Spielberg-Netflix brouhaha. “We’re so grateful to be part of this project,” Hoult says, “and we can’t wait for you to see it on the big screen.”
Second thing...
The new trailer begins with a direct-to-camera address from stars Nicholas Hoult and Lily Collins – he plays young John Ronald Reuel Tolkien and she’s Edith Bratt, the woman and muse who’ll become the author’s wife. Two things to note: Hoult, and so Fox Searchlight, intentionally or unintentionally seem to wade into the Spielberg-Netflix brouhaha. “We’re so grateful to be part of this project,” Hoult says, “and we can’t wait for you to see it on the big screen.”
Second thing...
- 3/6/2019
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Fox Searchlight has released a new trailer for ‘Tolkien’ starring Nicholas Hoult as the world-renowned author, J.R.R. Tolkien.
Directed by Dome Karukoski from a script by David Gleeson and Stephen Beresford, the film also stars Lily Collins, Colm Meaney, Anthony Boyle, Patrick Gibson, Tom Glynn-Carney, Craig Roberts, Laura Donnelly, Genevieve O’Reilly, Pam Ferris and Derek Jacobi.
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The film hits cinemas May 3rd.
Tolkien Synopsis
The film explores the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the “fellowship” apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-earth novels.
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Directed by Dome Karukoski from a script by David Gleeson and Stephen Beresford, the film also stars Lily Collins, Colm Meaney, Anthony Boyle, Patrick Gibson, Tom Glynn-Carney, Craig Roberts, Laura Donnelly, Genevieve O’Reilly, Pam Ferris and Derek Jacobi.
Also in trailers – Jessica Chastain plays mind manipulation in International trailer for ‘X-Men: Dark Phoenix’
The film hits cinemas May 3rd.
Tolkien Synopsis
The film explores the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the “fellowship” apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-earth novels.
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- 3/6/2019
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
"This is more than just a friendship, it's an alliance. An invincible alliance." Fox Searchlight has debuted the full-length official trailer for Tolkien, the biopic film about beloved author J.R.R. Tolkien (in full: John Ronald Reuel Tolkien), who grew up in both South Africa and Birmingham, England. This trailer follows a brief teaser last month, and the film opens this summer. Nicholas Hoult stars as Tolkien, focusing on his formative years at Pembroke College and as a soldier in World War I, and how those events influenced his work. The full cast includes Lily Collins as his great love Edith Bratt, along with Colm Meaney, Anthony Boyle, Patrick Gibson, Tom Glynn-Carney, Craig Roberts, Laura Donnelly, Genevieve O'Reilly, Pam Ferris, and Derek Jacobi. This is a tremendous trailer, playing up the profoundness of his writing (and his Lord of the Rings stories). Maybe I'm just a sucker for this kind of filmmaking,...
- 3/6/2019
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Great news for fans of Call the Midwife! BBC One just announced they've renewed the TV show for seasons 10 and 11.
The period drama, which airs on in the U.S., takes place in the 50s and 60s and revolves around a group of nurse midwives in the Poplar district of London’s poor East End. The cast includes Miranda Hart, Jenny Agutter, Pam Ferris, Judy Parfitt, Helen George, Bryony Hannah, Laura Main, Stephen McGann, Cliff Parisi, Ben Caplan, Emerald Fennell, Victoria Yeates, and Linda Bassett.
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The period drama, which airs on in the U.S., takes place in the 50s and 60s and revolves around a group of nurse midwives in the Poplar district of London’s poor East End. The cast includes Miranda Hart, Jenny Agutter, Pam Ferris, Judy Parfitt, Helen George, Bryony Hannah, Laura Main, Stephen McGann, Cliff Parisi, Ben Caplan, Emerald Fennell, Victoria Yeates, and Linda Bassett.
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- 3/5/2019
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Fox Searchlight has released the official teaser trailer for the new biography of J.R.R. Tolkien, the creator of the “Lord of the Rings.” The film stars Nicholas Hoult as the author and is called simply Tolkien and it arrives in theaters on May 10, 2019!
Tolkien explores the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the “fellowship” apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-Earth novels.
Genre: Biography, Drama Cast: Nicholas Hoult, Lily Collins, Colm Meaney, Anthony Boyle, Patrick Gibson, Tom Glynn-Carney, Craig Robert, Laura Donnelly, Genevieve O’Reilly, Pam Ferris, Derek Jacobi Director: Dome Karukoski Writers: David Gleeson, Stephen Beresford Producers: Peter Chernin, Jenno Topping, David Ready, Kris Thykier
Tolkien is in theaters on May 10, 2019!
Tolkien explores the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the “fellowship” apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-Earth novels.
Genre: Biography, Drama Cast: Nicholas Hoult, Lily Collins, Colm Meaney, Anthony Boyle, Patrick Gibson, Tom Glynn-Carney, Craig Robert, Laura Donnelly, Genevieve O’Reilly, Pam Ferris, Derek Jacobi Director: Dome Karukoski Writers: David Gleeson, Stephen Beresford Producers: Peter Chernin, Jenno Topping, David Ready, Kris Thykier
Tolkien is in theaters on May 10, 2019!
- 2/17/2019
- by Mike Tyrkus
- CinemaNerdz
Fox Searchlight has released a teaser trailer for ‘Tolkien’ starring Nicholas Hoult as the world-renowned author, J.R.R. Tolkien.
Directed by Dome Karukoski from a script by David Gleeson and Stephen Beresford, the film also stars Lily Collins, Colm Meaney, Anthony Boyle, Patrick Gibson, Tom Glynn-Carney, Craig Roberts, Laura Donnelly, Genevieve O’Reilly, Pam Ferris and Derek Jacobi.
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The film hits cinemas May 3rd.
Tolkien Synopsis
The film explores the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the “fellowship” apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-earth novels.
The post Nicholas Hoult is ‘Tolkien’ in first teaser trailer appeared first on HeyUGuys.
Directed by Dome Karukoski from a script by David Gleeson and Stephen Beresford, the film also stars Lily Collins, Colm Meaney, Anthony Boyle, Patrick Gibson, Tom Glynn-Carney, Craig Roberts, Laura Donnelly, Genevieve O’Reilly, Pam Ferris and Derek Jacobi.
Also in trailers – First trailer for Danny Boyle’s Beatles inspired ‘Yesterday’ arrives
The film hits cinemas May 3rd.
Tolkien Synopsis
The film explores the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the “fellowship” apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-earth novels.
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- 2/13/2019
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
The incredible story of the man who created one of the greatest tales of all time finally has a trailer! See Middle-earth come to life throughout World War I in the trailer for Tolkien...
We know how the one ring was forged. We know how Gondor was liberated. We know how two brave hobbits saved the entire race of men. But do you know how the story came to be?
Fox Searchlight Pictures' upcoming film, Tolkien, will follow renowned author John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, or J.R.R. Tolkien, (Nicholas Hoult) through his incredible life as an orphan to the time he spent in World War I, with each moment shaping one of the greatest stories ever told.
Tolkien explores the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I,...
We know how the one ring was forged. We know how Gondor was liberated. We know how two brave hobbits saved the entire race of men. But do you know how the story came to be?
Fox Searchlight Pictures' upcoming film, Tolkien, will follow renowned author John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, or J.R.R. Tolkien, (Nicholas Hoult) through his incredible life as an orphan to the time he spent in World War I, with each moment shaping one of the greatest stories ever told.
Tolkien explores the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I,...
- 2/12/2019
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Matt Malliaros)
- Cinelinx
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J.R.R. Tolkien distills the essence of The Lord of the Rings in the new teaser trailer for the upcoming biopic, Tolkien, set to open May 10th.
Nicholas Hoult stars as the legendary author, and in the clip he explains what his seminal saga will be about: “It’s a story about journeys, the journeys we take to prove ourselves. It’s about adventures, it’s about potent magic, magic beyond anything anyone has ever felt before; it’s about what it means to love, and to be loved; it’s...
Nicholas Hoult stars as the legendary author, and in the clip he explains what his seminal saga will be about: “It’s a story about journeys, the journeys we take to prove ourselves. It’s about adventures, it’s about potent magic, magic beyond anything anyone has ever felt before; it’s about what it means to love, and to be loved; it’s...
- 2/12/2019
- by Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
"It's a story about journeys... the journeys we take to prove ourselves." Fox Searchlight has revealed a short teaser trailer for Tolkien, the biopic film about beloved author J.R.R. Tolkien (in full: John Ronald Reuel Tolkien), who grew up in both South Africa and Birmingham, England. Nicholas Hoult stars as Tolkien, focusing on his formative years at Pembroke College and as a soldier in World War I, and how those events influenced his work. The full cast also includes Lily Collins as his great love Edith Bratt, along with Colm Meaney, Anthony Boyle, Patrick Gibson, Tom Glynn-Carney, Craig Roberts, Laura Donnelly, Genevieve O'Reilly, Pam Ferris, and Derek Jacobi. There isn't much revealed in this tease, but it looks like they're doing a Shakespeare in Love and making all the Lotr references from his real life very obvious. Here's the first teaser trailer (+ teaser poster) for Dome Karukoski's Tolkien, direct...
- 2/12/2019
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Tolkien opens only In Theaters May 10, 2019
Check out this amazing trailer:
Tolkien explores the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the “fellowship” apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-Earth novels.
Tolkien stars Nicholas Hoult, Lily Collins, Colm Meaney, Anthony Boyle, Patrick Gibson, Tom Glynn-Carney, Craig Roberts, Laura Donnelly, Genevieve O’Reilly, Pam Ferris and Derek Jacobi
Directed by: Dome Karukoski Written by: David Gleeson and Stephen Beresford
The post Nicholas Hoult is Tolkien – Check Out the New Trailer – Opens May 10th appeared first on We Are Movie Geeks.
Check out this amazing trailer:
Tolkien explores the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the “fellowship” apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-Earth novels.
Tolkien stars Nicholas Hoult, Lily Collins, Colm Meaney, Anthony Boyle, Patrick Gibson, Tom Glynn-Carney, Craig Roberts, Laura Donnelly, Genevieve O’Reilly, Pam Ferris and Derek Jacobi
Directed by: Dome Karukoski Written by: David Gleeson and Stephen Beresford
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- 2/12/2019
- by Tom Stockman
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
A new Fox Searchlight trailer might have a familiar ring to it, but this journey to Middle-earth comes via the true story of the magical world’s one-of-a-kind creator. Tolkien, in theaters this May, stars Nicholas Hoult as author J.R.R. Tolkien, born in South Africa, raised in England and elevated to immortality on millions of bookshelves around the world with the publications of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogy.
Tolkien’s immersive epics and richly realized worlds made his novels international sensations, and his detailed guides to his worlds inspired modern myth-makers like George Lucas, James Cameron, George R.R. Martin, and, of course, Peter Jackson, who guided Gandalf, Bilbo, Smaugh, and other Tolkien creations to the screen in historic fashion.
The biopic follows the author through a hardscrabble childhood, into the battlefields of Wwi...
Tolkien’s immersive epics and richly realized worlds made his novels international sensations, and his detailed guides to his worlds inspired modern myth-makers like George Lucas, James Cameron, George R.R. Martin, and, of course, Peter Jackson, who guided Gandalf, Bilbo, Smaugh, and other Tolkien creations to the screen in historic fashion.
The biopic follows the author through a hardscrabble childhood, into the battlefields of Wwi...
- 2/12/2019
- by Geoff Boucher
- Deadline Film + TV
Fox Searchlight has released the first teaser trailer for their upcoming film Tolkien in which Nicholas Hoult takes on the role of legendary author J.R.R. Tolkien, the creator of Middle Earth. The movie looks absolutely wonderful and very moving. As a fan of the books Tolkien has written, this is a movie that I’m very much looking forward to seeing!
The movie will explore Tolkien’s early life and follow "the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a fellow group of outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the 'fellowship' apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-Earth novels."
The movie also stars Lily Collins as Edith, Tolkien’s wife, as well as Colm Meaney, Anthony Boyle, Patrick Gibson, Tom Glynn-Carney, Craig Roberts, Laura Donnelly,...
The movie will explore Tolkien’s early life and follow "the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a fellow group of outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the 'fellowship' apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-Earth novels."
The movie also stars Lily Collins as Edith, Tolkien’s wife, as well as Colm Meaney, Anthony Boyle, Patrick Gibson, Tom Glynn-Carney, Craig Roberts, Laura Donnelly,...
- 2/12/2019
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
Thanks to EW, we have our first look at X-Men, Mad Max: Fury Road, and Warm Bodies star Nicolas Hoult in the role of legendary author J.R.R. Tolkien in a film that will explore his early life. Tolkien is the man behind the creation of the the world of Middle Earth. Lily Collins will star alongside Hoult as Edith, Tolkien’s wife.
The movie is called Tolkien and it will follow "the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a fellow group of outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the 'fellowship' apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-Earth novels."
The stills offer snapshots from the author’s life, including his younger years with future wife Edith (Collins) and the approach of World War I, events...
The movie is called Tolkien and it will follow "the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a fellow group of outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the 'fellowship' apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-Earth novels."
The stills offer snapshots from the author’s life, including his younger years with future wife Edith (Collins) and the approach of World War I, events...
- 1/29/2019
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
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Fox Searchlight has set a summer release date for “Tolkien,” the biopic on “The Lord of the Rings” author J.R.R. Tolkien.
The film starring Nicholas Hoult as the fantasy author will open on May 10, 2019.
Directed by Dome Karukoski, “Tolkien” explores the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the “Fellowship” apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-Earth novel.
Also Read: New Jrr Tolkien Story Hits Shelves a Century After It Was Written
The full cast has also been revealed, including Lily Collins, Colm Meaney, Anthony Boyle, Patrick Gibson, Tom Glynn-Carney, Craig Roberts, Laura Donnelly, Genevieve O’Reilly, Pam Ferris and Derek Jacobi.
David Gleeson and Stephen Beresford wrote the screenplay. Peter Chernin is producing on...
The film starring Nicholas Hoult as the fantasy author will open on May 10, 2019.
Directed by Dome Karukoski, “Tolkien” explores the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at school. This takes him into the outbreak of World War I, which threatens to tear the “Fellowship” apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-Earth novel.
Also Read: New Jrr Tolkien Story Hits Shelves a Century After It Was Written
The full cast has also been revealed, including Lily Collins, Colm Meaney, Anthony Boyle, Patrick Gibson, Tom Glynn-Carney, Craig Roberts, Laura Donnelly, Genevieve O’Reilly, Pam Ferris and Derek Jacobi.
David Gleeson and Stephen Beresford wrote the screenplay. Peter Chernin is producing on...
- 1/17/2019
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law; Jonny Lee Miller and Lucy Liu; Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman; but how about Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly?
Yes, the comedic duo – beloved for their work in both Step Brothers and Nascar pic Talladega Nights – are currently starring in Sony’s Holmes & Watson, a new take on Arthur Conan Doyle’s legendary characters that’s been in development since back in 2008. Typically, when a project’s in the works for that long it’s a bad sign and sure enough, this film’s no different.
As you may’ve already heard, early test screening reactions were so bad that the studio actually tried to sell the pic to Netflix, but the streaming service wouldn’t take it. And so, Holmes & Watson was dumped into theaters this month and as expected, is finding itself bombing with both critics and audiences, with many...
Yes, the comedic duo – beloved for their work in both Step Brothers and Nascar pic Talladega Nights – are currently starring in Sony’s Holmes & Watson, a new take on Arthur Conan Doyle’s legendary characters that’s been in development since back in 2008. Typically, when a project’s in the works for that long it’s a bad sign and sure enough, this film’s no different.
As you may’ve already heard, early test screening reactions were so bad that the studio actually tried to sell the pic to Netflix, but the streaming service wouldn’t take it. And so, Holmes & Watson was dumped into theaters this month and as expected, is finding itself bombing with both critics and audiences, with many...
- 12/29/2018
- by Matt Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Just because Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly are in a film together doesn’t mean it’s going to be any good.
Dr. John Watson (John C. Reilly) very badly wants to take a picture with Queen Victoria (Pam Ferris), who’s visiting his and Sherlock Holmes’ (Will Ferrell) flat in order to insist that they take a case. It’s a tired but tried-and-true kind of comedic template, with a straight woman attempting to keep things serious while the buffoon repeatedly ruins her efforts with gag after gag. Hence Watson’s use of a 19th-century camera like a smartphone on a selfie stick, which then bludgeons Queen Victoria and knocks her out cold.
This is one of many silly scenes that populate Holmes & Watson, Ferrell and Reilly’s first pairing since 2008’s Step Brothers. It’s also representative of just how tired and unoriginal the film’s antics are.
Dr. John Watson (John C. Reilly) very badly wants to take a picture with Queen Victoria (Pam Ferris), who’s visiting his and Sherlock Holmes’ (Will Ferrell) flat in order to insist that they take a case. It’s a tired but tried-and-true kind of comedic template, with a straight woman attempting to keep things serious while the buffoon repeatedly ruins her efforts with gag after gag. Hence Watson’s use of a 19th-century camera like a smartphone on a selfie stick, which then bludgeons Queen Victoria and knocks her out cold.
This is one of many silly scenes that populate Holmes & Watson, Ferrell and Reilly’s first pairing since 2008’s Step Brothers. It’s also representative of just how tired and unoriginal the film’s antics are.
- 12/28/2018
- Den of Geek
Stars: Will Ferrell, John C. Reilly, Ralph Fiennes, Lauren Lapkus, Rebecca Hall, Kelly Macdonald, HUgh Laurie, Pam Ferris, Noah Jupe, Steve Coogan, Adam Scherr (aka Braun Strowman), Bella Ramsey, Rob Brydon, Wolf Roth, Michael Culkin | Written and Directed by Etan Cohen
To say that Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly’s latest joint exploit, Holmes and Watson, is an abomination to all senses and a travesty to cinema would be to understate the truly abysmal and quite frankly condescending nature of the final product.
Subjectively the comedic prowess and effectiveness of cheap and on the nose pop culture references are completely relative to that of an audience – of whom are completely game and invested for a fun, entertaining ride (no matter what the actual context of the story entails) even before the picture ever begins. In that regard Holmes and Watson, dare I say, justifies itself in the context of bringing entertainment to the masses,...
To say that Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly’s latest joint exploit, Holmes and Watson, is an abomination to all senses and a travesty to cinema would be to understate the truly abysmal and quite frankly condescending nature of the final product.
Subjectively the comedic prowess and effectiveness of cheap and on the nose pop culture references are completely relative to that of an audience – of whom are completely game and invested for a fun, entertaining ride (no matter what the actual context of the story entails) even before the picture ever begins. In that regard Holmes and Watson, dare I say, justifies itself in the context of bringing entertainment to the masses,...
- 12/27/2018
- by Jak-Luke Sharp
- Nerdly
![Ralph Fiennes, John C. Reilly, Will Ferrell, Rob Brydon, Steve Coogan, and Rebecca Hall in Holmes & Watson (2018)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/M/MV5BZmU0YmVhZmItYzZkZi00NjRkLTk5NTctMmZlZmRlZjE5YzUzXkEyXkFqcGdeQXVyMTYzMDM0NTU@._V1_QL75_UY207_CR2,0,140,207_.jpg)
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Coroners of comic failure will find much to uncover in the corpse of “Holmes & Watson,” a thoroughly tedious and never-amusing spoof of Arthur Conan Doyle’s legendary detective.
Does the fault lie in the fact that current iterations of Holmes — the Benedict Cumberbatch BBC series, the Guy Ritchie movies, even CBS’ “Elementary” — aren’t all that faithful to the material, so satirizing it seems irrelevant? Could it be that the script by director Etan Cohen (“Get Hard”) never had a second draft? Or did Cohen not worry that everything on the page was not particularly funny because stars Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly would somehow will this painful material into amusement merely by showing up on set?
The results are singularly awful, but there are three people who can emerge unscathed from this fiasco: Rebecca Hall, who elicits mild chuckles (the closest this film gets to laughter) as...
Does the fault lie in the fact that current iterations of Holmes — the Benedict Cumberbatch BBC series, the Guy Ritchie movies, even CBS’ “Elementary” — aren’t all that faithful to the material, so satirizing it seems irrelevant? Could it be that the script by director Etan Cohen (“Get Hard”) never had a second draft? Or did Cohen not worry that everything on the page was not particularly funny because stars Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly would somehow will this painful material into amusement merely by showing up on set?
The results are singularly awful, but there are three people who can emerge unscathed from this fiasco: Rebecca Hall, who elicits mild chuckles (the closest this film gets to laughter) as...
- 12/26/2018
- by Alonso Duralde
- The Wrap
![John C. Reilly and Will Ferrell in Step Brothers (2008)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/M/MV5BODViZDg3ZjYtMzhiYS00YTVkLTk4MzktYWUxMTlkYjc1NjdlXkEyXkFqcGdeQXVyMTMxODk2OTU@._V1_QL75_UX140_CR0,0,140,207_.jpg)
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Judging by the conspicuous lack of fanfare awaiting “Step Brothers” co-stars Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly’s third feature pairing, the fact that critics weren’t invited, and the faint odor of horse manure emanating from the theater on Christmas morning, one doesn’t need to be a master detective to deduce that “Holmes & Watson” is a dud — not that the packed house for a 9 a.m. opening-day show seemed to mind.
As far as Ferrell and Reilly are concerned, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s unstumpable sleuth and the thankless sidekick who recorded his every exploit are not just a great crime-solving duo but one of the great bromances of English literature — and therefore a natural target for the two actors’ ongoing exploration of dysfunctional friendships. The trouble is, Sherlock Holmes exists so large in audiences’ minds already that the pair’s uninspired take feels neither definitive nor especially fresh — just an off-brand,...
As far as Ferrell and Reilly are concerned, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s unstumpable sleuth and the thankless sidekick who recorded his every exploit are not just a great crime-solving duo but one of the great bromances of English literature — and therefore a natural target for the two actors’ ongoing exploration of dysfunctional friendships. The trouble is, Sherlock Holmes exists so large in audiences’ minds already that the pair’s uninspired take feels neither definitive nor especially fresh — just an off-brand,...
- 12/25/2018
- by Peter Debruge
- Variety Film + TV
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Even the greatest detective of all time struggles a bit with a selfie. The latest clip from the upcoming comedy Holmes & Watson shows the titular mystery-solving duo (Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly) requesting a picture with Queen Victoria (Pam Ferris), and possibly inventing the selfie long before the word entered today’s lexicon. But as the […]
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- 12/18/2018
- by Hoai-Tran Bui
- Slash Film
When you think of Pam Ferris you probably think of a couple of characters right off the bat unless you have to look her up first. Her name does kind of stick in the mind in a way that’s hard to explain but once you realize the parts she’s played you’re likely to go “a-ha!” and then go looking for the roles she’s played that were the most influential in the past couple of decades. In truth she’s been around for quite some time and has been very prevalent when it comes to TV, while in movies she’s done far
Appreciating the Impressive Career of Pam Ferris...
Appreciating the Impressive Career of Pam Ferris...
- 10/2/2018
- by Tom
- TVovermind.com
"His methods are ingenious. He's a master of disguise. And his mind is brilliant." Sony Pictures has finally debuted the first trailer for the comedy titled Holmes & Watson, reuniting the original "Step Brothers" - Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly - in a new comedy from another time. Ferrell plays Sherlock Holmes, and Reilly plays Dr. Watson. We can definitely say you've never seen a Sherlock Holmes movie like this before. It looks as ridiculous as it sounds, especially with these two making a mess of, well, everything. The full cast includes Kelly Macdonald, Rebecca Hall, Lauren Lapkus, Noah Jupe, Hugh Laurie as Mycroft, Pam Ferris, Bella Ramsey, Rob Brydon, Kieran O'Brien, Bronson Webb, and Jordan Long; with Ralph Fiennes as Moriarty. This looks totally kooky and absurd, and a bit too dumb for my tastes. Enjoy. Here's the first official trailer (+ poster) for Etan Cohen's Holmes and Watson,...
- 9/28/2018
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Producer Camilla Deakin remembers ”considerate, collaborative and respectful” animator.
Roger Mainwood, the UK filmmaker and animator, has died after an illness at the age of 65.
His credits included the feature animation Ethel & Ernest, which chronicles the lives of the parents of The Snowman illustrator Raymond Briggs. It was nominated for mutiple awards including best animated feaure at the European Film Awards in 2017.
The film was a passion project for Mainwood, who spent eight years developing it, adapting the screenplay from Briggs’ own graphic novel and drawing the majority of the storyboard himself. He then spent a further two years...
Roger Mainwood, the UK filmmaker and animator, has died after an illness at the age of 65.
His credits included the feature animation Ethel & Ernest, which chronicles the lives of the parents of The Snowman illustrator Raymond Briggs. It was nominated for mutiple awards including best animated feaure at the European Film Awards in 2017.
The film was a passion project for Mainwood, who spent eight years developing it, adapting the screenplay from Briggs’ own graphic novel and drawing the majority of the storyboard himself. He then spent a further two years...
- 9/24/2018
- by Tom Grater
- ScreenDaily
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